Transatlantic Farm Arguments Germany’s Greens are protesting this coming weekend over the lack of commitment to reducing farm inputs and want farming based on “socially just food security.” The EU still uses many pesticides under emergency derogations, and Brussels is being contested over its interest in New Genomic Techniques. American farmers meeting this past week in Puerto Rico came up with their response – Europe produces more emissions per unit of production, and the U.S. should expand its role as the provider of low emission food security by increasing per acre output. Trade as Leverage Ukraine’s First Lady, Olena Zelenska, appealed to China at this week’s Davos meeting to support her coun...
What You Need to Know Today: Commodities were mostly lower across the board today after yesterday’s Federal Reserve meeting hinted at a potential interest rate hike later in 2026. The dollar index reached its highest level in over a year, and a strong dollar makes U.S. agricultural expor...
The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) enters its mandated six-year review on 1 July. The original intent of the review is outlined in Article 34.7, which obligates members to: Provide recommendations and decide on appropriate actions. Extend the USMCA for another 16 years and meet aga...
From WPI Consulting
Weighing in on strategic realignment
WPI’s team was retained by the governing board of a U.S. industry organization to review a decision, reached by vote, to invest significant assets into the development and management of an export trading company. WPI’s team conducted a formal review of this decision and concluded that the current level of market saturation would limit the benefits of the investment. Based on WPI’s analysis and recommended actions, the board subsequently reversed its decision and undertook a strategic planning effort to identify more impactful investments. On behalf of numerous clients, WPI has not only assisted in identifying strategic paths but also advised their implementation.